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LG51 ESF

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

19,447 mi
Last recorded19,447 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2020
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG51 ESF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2020 19,447 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 19,447 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 25 Feb 2016 19,447 miles

Exhaust mounting missing lower (7.1.1c)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 18,727 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 15,799 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 7 Feb 2014 15,799 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2013 14,551 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2012 12,963 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 12,963 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Feb 2011 11,359 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 11,359 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 9,943 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 8,297 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 7,099 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?

Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
722
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
47,189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6,210
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3,809
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2,327
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 2,314
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 2,123
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LG51 ESF is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2002 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 11,181 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6,210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG51 ESF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 24 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LG51 ESF registered?

LG51 ESF is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 February 2002.

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